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Scared To Dance Podcast

Scared To Dance Podcast

Welcome to the Scared To Dance Podcast, a weekly show where host Paul Richards sits down for hour-long, in-depth conversations with musicians, writers and cultural figures about their musical passions past and present - from formative influences and the stories behind their best-known work, to songwriting, touring and what they"re working on now. In season 1 he talks to guests including Belle and Sebastian, Sorry, The National, John Grant, Billie Marten, Manic Street Preachers, Pat Nevin, Warren

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58:26

S2 Ep8: The Cardigans - First Band on the Moon,...

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2026/10/01

In episode 8, host Paul Richards talks to Nina Persson, frontwoman of The Cardigans, about the band's breakthrough with First Band on the Moon. They discuss songs like "Lovefool," the strange experience of navigating sudden fame, and her childhood and early years at art school. They also talk about the band's evolution from their early, melodic pop sound to the darker Gran Turismo and the more reflective, Americana-tinged Long Gone Before Daylight, whether there might be another Cardigans album,

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62:08

S2 Ep7: Julia Jacklin - The Gem, learning guitar in...

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2026/09/24

In episode 7, host Paul Richards talks to singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin about her new album The Gem. They discuss the Melbourne pub it's named after, trusting her gut in the studio, and wrestling her own sense of self back from the public idea of her. They also cover her earliest steps into music, including learning guitar in six weeks, before looking back on her debut album, Don't Let the Kids Win, inspired by Aldous Harding, and Crushing, the record that made her feel like she'd finally earned

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67:38

S2 Ep6: Nish Kumar - Bob Dylan, DJing at Glastonbury...

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2026/09/17

In episode 6, host Paul Richards talks to comedian and broadcaster Nish Kumar about his new stand-up show, Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy. They discuss the strange economics of the Edinburgh Fringe, his entry point into music at eighteen, and how he thinks we've all become far too reliant on big tech. They also cover DJing at Scared To Dance and at Glastonbury alongside James Acaster, his taste in music - from TV on the Radio, Outkast and Big Thief to what he calls existential bangers - and

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39:52

S2 Ep5: The Tubs - Owen Williams on Joanna Gruesome,...

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2026/09/10

In episode 5, host Paul Richards talks to Owen Williams from The Tubs - guitarist, songwriter and one of the most prolific figures in British indie music over the past decade and a half. They discuss growing up in a musical household with his mother, the folk musician and novelist Charlotte Greig, and his path from founding member of Joanna Gruesome to Ex-Vöid and now The Tubs, who have just signed to Merge Records. Owen also talks about his first book, Atrocity Exhibitions: Grieving in the TikTok

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56:42

S2 Ep4: Matilda Mann - Kismet, going independent and...

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2026/09/03

In episode 4, host Paul Richards talks to singer-songwriter Matilda Mann about growing up in Shepherd's Bush, attending the BRIT School, and the rise that followed - from viral moments on TikTok to a Glastonbury Emerging Talent runner-up spot and support slots with Arlo Parks, Tom Odell and Wallows. They discuss her new album Kismet, self-released on her own label and written from a place of hard-won peace, drawing on the sounds of Al Green, Carole King and The Carpenters.Hosted by Paul Richards

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58:40

S2 Ep3: Mark Jenkin - Rose of Nevada, the 17-year...

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2026/08/27

In episode 3, host Paul Richards talks to filmmaker Mark Jenkin about his latest film Rose of Nevada. They discuss working with George MacKay and Callum Turner, shooting in Cornwall, and how Mark came to score the film himself, and why music matters so much to his work. They also cover his path into directing, the 17-year journey to make his first feature Bait, and the challenges of staying independent as a filmmaker.Hosted by Paul Richards. You can contact the show by emailing

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58:02

S2 Ep2: Jon Ronson - Finding his way into writing,...

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2026/08/20

In episode 2, host Paul Richards talks to author and journalist Jon Ronson about his new book The Castle. They discuss DJing at Scared To Dance, growing up in Cardiff and finding his way into writing. They also cover how music helped shape his identity and outsider perspective growing up, his time playing in Frank Sidebottom's band and adapting his book The Men Who Stare at Goats for the big screen.Hosted by Paul Richards. You can contact the show by emailing hello@scaredtodance.co.ukJon Ronson's

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64:33

S2 Ep1: Nation of Language

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2026/08/13

Welcome to season 2 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 1, host Paul Richards talks to Ian Devaney and Aidan Noell from Nation of Language. They discuss their European tour, their latest album Dance Called Memory and the band's beginnings. They also cover writing through depression, embracing unpredictability in the studio, the influence of Kraftwerk and Brian Eno and what

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49:56

13: Best of Season 1

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2026/04/09

In this bonus episode of the Scared To Dance Podcast we have put together a collection of our favourite moments from season 1. Host Paul Richards talks to Belle and Sebastian, Elis James, Sorry, Manic Street Preachers, The National, Warren Ellis, Billie Marten and Sleaford Mods. Season 2 will be launching this summer.Hosted by Paul Richards. You can contact the show by emailing hello@scaredtodance.co.ukFollow Scared To Dance on Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, Facebook and X @scaredtodanceFor upcoming

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57:31

12: Elis James

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2026/02/12

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 12 he talks to Elis James. They discuss choosing comedy over playing in a band, picking up a guitar and the accessible influence of Britpop, how streaming changed music’s role in personal identity, his deep connection to Welsh language and music culture and the viral success of the Cymru Connection.Hosted by Paul

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57:58

11: Gwenno

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2026/02/05

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 11 he talks to Gwenno.Hosted by Paul RichardsGwenno is on tour in 2026. For dates and tickets go to www.gwenno.infoFollow Scared To Dance on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube @scaredtodanceAnd go to our website www.scaredtodance.co.uk for upcoming events and podcastsProduced and edited by Paolo Ruiu at Third Floor

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51:43

10: Dry Cleaning

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2026/01/29

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 10 he talks to Lewis Maynard and Tom Dowse from Dry Cleaning. They discuss their new album Secret Love, Cate Le Bon's inventive approach to producing the record, working with interdisciplinary performance duo Bullyache, the band's early unexpected rise and the importance of grassroots music venues.Hosted by Paul

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41:39

9: Sleaford Mods

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2026/01/22

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 9 he talks to Jason Williamson from Sleaford Mods. They discuss their new album The Demise of Planet X, collaborating with Life Without Buildings, recording at Abbey Road Studios, his friendship with the director Ben Wheatley plus working with Cillian Murphy and acting in Peaky Blinders and Game.Hosted by Paul

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51:58

8: Warren Ellis

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2026/01/15

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 8 he talks to Warren Ellis. They discuss Ellis Park, the documentary film about the wildlife sanctuary co-founded by Warren plus the creative journey of Nina Simone's Gum, working with Nick Cave and navigating personal breakdowns, live on stage at Picturehouse Central. Hosted by Paul RichardsNick Cave & The Bad

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63:57

7: Pat Nevin

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2026/01/08

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 7 he talks to Pat Nevin. They discuss his early life in Glasgow and the post-punk music scene, moving from Clyde to Chelsea, being substituted at half-time to watch New Order, his love of Cocteau Twins and Simple Minds, music's lifesaving power and a chance meeting with Morrissey.Hosted by Paul RichardsYou can follow

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32:04

6: Manic Street Preachers

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2026/01/01

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 6 Robin Turner talks to James Dean Bradfield from Manic Street Preachers. They discuss Escape From History, dealing with the disappearance of Richey Edwards, the success of Everything Must Go and working with the director Kieran Evans, live on stage at Picturehouse Central.Hosted by Paul RichardsManic Street Preachers

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47:26

5: Billie Marten

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2025/12/23

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.They discuss her latest album Dog Eared, DJing at the club, meeting the poet laureate Simon Armitage, exploring self-discovery and vulnerability in lyrics, unique studio experiences, plans for future albums and her experience of navigating the music industry at a young age. Hosted by Paul Richards Billie Marten is on tour in

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50:07

4: John Grant

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2025/12/18

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 4 he talks to John Grant. They discuss performing in Jonathan Watkins’ ballet adaptation A Single Man, Berlin and the films of Wim Wenders, early musical inspirations and his love of Devo, collaborating with Kylie Minogue, CMAT and Sinéad O’Connor and playing ping-pong with Grace Jones. Hosted by Paul Richards John

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22:09

3: The National

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2025/12/11

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 3 he talks to Matt Berninger from The National. They discuss Mistaken For Strangers, the band's reaction to the film, exploring potential sequels, his family's take on the documentary and an encounter with Werner Herzog, live on stage at Picturehouse Central. Hosted by Paul Richards Matt Berninger is on tour in

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51:09

2: Sorry

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2025/12/04

Welcome to season 1 of the Scared To Dance Podcast. In this series, host Paul Richards talks to some of his favourite people about their musical passions past and present.In episode 2 he talks to Asha Lorenz from Sorry. They discuss the band's new album Cosplay, the songwriting process, directing music videos, Adam Curtis, public perception, the challenges of social media, band dynamics, inspiration, ambition and future plans. Hosted by Paul Richards Sorry are on tour in 2026. For dates and

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